um
interjection
- 1
An expression used to show contentment for something
“Mmm, this is a tasty pie!”
- 2
An expression used to show thought or reflection
“Mmm, I see what you mean.”
- 3
An expression used to show being muffled or not able to speak clearly, as well as "mmph".
- 4
Yes.
verb
- 1
To make the um sound to express uncertainty or hesitancy.
interjection
- 1
Expression of hesitation, uncertainty or space filler in conversation. See uh.
“Let’s see... um... how about this?”
preposition
- 1
Around, about; after.
noun
- 1
Alternative spelling of µm
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